Gavel International Celebrates Global Meetings Industry Day

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VERNON HILLS, IL – Gavel International is championing that “Meetings Matter” on Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID), an international day of advocacy held on March 30 to showcase the essential nature and incredible value created by business meetings, trade shows, conferences and conventions.

This year’s theme, “Meetings Matter,” highlights the numerous benefits of in-person meetings – such as economic growth, deeper business connections and the sharing of knowledge and ideas that positively impact society.

Meetings are a key driver of the economy and workforce, playing a critical role in fueling other industries. In 2022, professional meetings and events drove nearly $100 billion in travel spending nationwide, accounting for 38% of all business travel spending. That spending directly supports 600,000 American jobs and helps power small and local businesses. In many cities, meetings are essential in stimulating the region’s economy and bringing new visitors who stay in the city’s hotels, eat in local restaurants and shop in local stores.

There are five ways communities around the world are elevating the #MeetingsMatter theme on March 30.

Hosting events that spotlight local businesses and communities.
Highlighting valuable meetings.
Recognizing the positive impact of in-person meetings and events using organized hashtags #MeetingsMatter and #GMID2023.
Posting on social media about the power of in-person meetings.
Turning social media banners blue, the official color of GMID.

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Eloisa Mendez

With over 25 years of experience in the meetings and event industry, Eloisa has worked closely with a variety of clients on events ranging from small incentive trips to large corporate meetings. While growing her career at Gavel International, Eloisa has managed all aspects of the event lifecycle, including site selection, creative materials, attendee registration, rooming list and transportation management, entertainment bookings, as well as website development. Eloisa was progressively promoted in recognition of her meeting management expertise, professionalism, and genuine passion for driving improvements within overall event operations. She was recognized as the 2000 Employee of the Year and is currently the General Manager for Gavel International.